Aerobatics

Aerobatics

Without doubt, aerobatic flight represents the pinnacle of ‘hands on’ flying. Flying an aircraft in this manner demands skill and judgment beyond that required by more straight forward ‘A to B’ flying. Your reward for achieving this level of skill is unparalleled freedom and confidence improving all aspects of your relationship with aviation, whilst significantly deepening the satisfaction and enjoyment which motivated you to start flying in the first place.

In recognition of this most rapidly expanding area of interest, we offer a number of different courses for aerobatic training. Ranging from a simple one-off trial aerobatic lesson, to full-blown courses to prepare you for the exciting world of competition flying. Whichever you choose, all aerobatic training courses are fundamentally designed to make you a better and safer pilot.

AEROBATIC COURSESFor those looking to hone their flying skills, the club offers Spin and Aerobatic courses compliant with CAA/EASA standards. The courses have an emphasis on good airmanship and safety and are designed to give you a full understanding of both human and aircraft limitations.

PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENTSYou do not need to be a qualified pilot to receive aerobatic training. Non-qualified flyers are advised to try an Aerobatic Trial Lesson in the first instance. Qualified pilots are advised to discuss their requirements with us to determine a suitable level of training.

The course consists of a minimum of 5 hours flight tuition and appropriate ground tuition. At the end of the course, you will undergo a ‘Flight Test’ to demonstrate your proficiency at your chosen level. This could then qualify you to add an aerobatics rating to your PPL/LAPL providing you have flown 40 hrs PIC after you obtained your licence.